The Word of God is beneficial for teaching and a source of practical wisdom. It teaches us the ways of the Lord.

It is not like any other book you have read. The word of God is alive and it will change your life for the good.

Did you know that the Bible is still the best-selling book to date? (Includes all translations)

What is the Bible – Jesus centered.

The Bible ultimately points to Jesus. It shows us Gods plan to save humanity by sending His only begotten son Jesus Christ. ( The word “begotten” is translated from the Greek word – “monogenes” meaning – pertaining to being the only one of its kind within a specific relationship or class, unique in kind. )

The Bible is an adventure. It is God speaking to you. You can’t afford NOT to read it.

Who wrote the Bible?

It must be noted that although the Holy Bible was written by different authors and over a period of time, it is inerrant, meaning without any errors.

All of the human authors of the Bible were inspired by the Holy Spirit. God is truly the author. The Holy Bible is a book from God and is scientifically and historically accurate.

Who wrote the Bible – Language.

The Old Testament was written in Hebrew and Aramaic. The New Testament was written in Greek. Since it was published as a book it has been translated into almost every language known to man.

The Old Testament has 39 books, 929 chapters, 23,214 verses and 593,493 words. The New Testament has 27 books, 260 chapters, 7959 verses and 181,253 words.

Who wrote the Bible – The order of the books in the Bible: Books of Moses and the law History Wisdom Prophets Gospels History of the early church Letters of Paul Letters of others Revelations The accounts of the Bible were passed down through the years and were finally written down.

How to read the Bible

Here’s some advice for beginners:

1 – How to read the Bible – Read a version you can easily understand.

There are so many versions online. Please do some research and read a Bible version that’s easy to read according to your level of understanding.

It’s also advisable to read a Scripture study guide with commentary to help you understand the deeper meanings of the scriptures. You can also join a study group at your local church.

2 – How to read the Bible – Pray before reading.

This is the most important step. Call out to God and ask Him to guide you as you read His word. Ask God for wisdom and knowledge to understand His word as He would want you to.

Always be in communion with God before you read the Holy Scriptures. If you have unconfessed sin, please confess and repent before the Lord Jesus and ask Him to forgive and cleanse you.

3 – How to read the Bible – Start with one book and read it completely.

Pick one book at a time. For example, The Gospel of Matthew and read one chapter or a few verses every day until you finish it. Read every verse according to context.

Ask questions such as – who is the author, what does the author want to say, who is he writing to, what was happening at that time, is it a poem or prophecy or actual history, etc.

There’s no need to read the whole book in one go. Read the chapters slowly and meditate on the verses.

Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal the truth. If you have questions don’t hesitate to ask a fellow Christian for help or your local church.

4 – How to read the Bible – Let the Word of God speak to you.

Have an open mind and heart and let God talk to you through His Word. Jesus is the centre of the Bible.

Ask Him, Lord, I am here to read your Word, please enlighten me and grant me knowledge and wisdom, according to your will, to know you more through your Word.

Video on what is the Bible, who wrote the Bible and how to read the Bible

This video contains information on how to read the Old and New Testaments, its authors and what is the purpose and meaning of the Holy Scriptures.

Benefits of reading the Bible

You will learn more about God and His saving plan. You will learn more about Jesus, the saviour of the world. You will be inspired by the word of God. You will be more equipped to resist the devil.You will know the truth. You will begin to love God. You will learn more about who you are and why are you here. You will have peace and hope. You will be convicted of sin and lead to repentance and asking God to forgive and cleanse you. You’ll become a better husband, or wife or father, or mother, or son or daughter. You’ll call Gods kingdom your eternal home. You’ll be amazed at how the New and Old Testament fit together. You’ll find Jesus in the Old and New Testament. It will inspire you to tell others about Jesus and Gods salvation. You will feel the love of God. You will have a glimpse of how Holy and righteous God is. Reading the Holy Scriptures will open your mind to many questions. It will answer many questions you may have. You will learn more about prayer and its power. It will help you remember Gods promises. The word of God will talk to you personally.